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Question: [Mach3 USB Interface Board] Instructions read 24v on the card, can it support 36vdc ?

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The power supply that is used to power this controller must be 24VDC maximum. Any higher voltage and the controller components can be damaged. The 24VDC power supply doesn't need to be a high amp power supply. I would recommend This power supply: https://buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-power-supply-24v-1a-dc

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    The motor that is attached to the 4th axis is wired as follows:

    The motor should have red, green yellow and blue wires coming form the motor. The red and green are paired as one coil and the yellow and blue is paired as the other coil. You can wire the motor to a 3.0 amp driver with red to A+, green to A-, Yellow to B+ and Blue to B-

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  • I need wiring instructions for the ST- USB MOTION CARD

    You can find the wiring diagram for the Mach3 USB card on its product page here:
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    Here is a direct link to the diagram:
    https://www.buildyourcnc.com/Documents/Electric%20Wiring%20Diagram.pdf

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  • [575] does the mach3 usb interface board support the M11/M10 command set?

    The Mach3 USB controller will work with M3/M4/M5 or M7/M8/M9 combinations. M10/M11 is not available with the controller.

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  • WHERE ARE THE WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BLACKTOOTH LASER CUTTER IN INSTRUCTIONS?

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    Open the Mach3 software.
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    In theory, utilizing a 5V reference in the 10V terminal of the Mach3 USB controller should yield functional results, although I haven't personally tested this configuration. If you possess an oscilloscope, you can monitor the PWM signal to verify whether the AVI output achieves a peak 5V PWM square wave.

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    This controller lacks the capability for backlash compensation. While software or signal-based adjustments are feasible, they are far from optimal if the controller natively supports backlash compensation. The most effective way to address backlash is through the mechanical components of the machine itself.

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  • [575] I connected this to 24v power supply and only out3 will show 24v when activated the other 3 read 300+v whether activated or not

    Make sure that the spindle motor output pin is not interfering with the signal. Go to config -> ports and pins -> motor outputs, at the bottom of the table, there will be a line for spindle. Make sure that spindle line item is disabled.

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  • [575] Does this card support THC functions.

    This Mach3 USB controller does not support THC functions. I would recommend using the Pokeys57CNC controller instead.

    Here is a link to the Pokeys57CNC controller:
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    The stamps.com technical support is developersupport@stamps.com

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  • Can I power the Mach3 USB interface 24V with a 48V power supply?

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    the mach3 usb interface can be found here:

    https://www.buildyourcnc.com/item/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach3-USB-Board

    But the mach3 usb does not absolutely need the 24V supply. The 24v supply is only needed if you will be using limit switches (I1-4), VFD controlled automatically and for use with the outputs (O1-4)


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